Easy Lemon Orzo Salad With Feta
Simple to prep and so flavorful, this Lemon Orzo Salad is quick to toss together and perfect as a side dish for any meal. Loaded with fresh herbs, cucumbers, peppers, and lots of feta, lemon zest, and juice for a vibrant, fresh flavor.
Equipment
- 1 Large bowl
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 ½ - 2 cups orzo uncooked
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 English cucumber chopped
- ½ red onion small diced
- 6 oz. feta cheese crumbled
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ c fresh parsley chopped
- ¼ c fresh basil chopped
- 1.5-2 oz lemon zest and juice of 1
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp honey
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp cracked pepper
Instructions
Instructions
- Bring a big pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orzo per the package instructions until tender but not mushy. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled orzo, chopped red bell pepper, cucumber, diced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, minced garlic, parsley, and basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, and olive oil to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mix and toss gently. Add salt and cracked pepper to taste.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, chill before serving. Toss with an extra drizzle of olive oil before serving.